HFC-23 Fire Suppressant Agent from Japan

Trifluoromethane (HFC-23) formulated as a clean fire extinguishing agent for total flooding systems in data centers and electronics manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2903.41.10.00 as it is a pure saturated fluorinated acyclic hydrocarbon (CHF3) per Chapter 29 definitions. This high-GWP gas leaves no residue and is effective against Class B fires.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Obtain EPA SNAP approval documentation for fire suppression use; imports require Significant New Alternatives Policy compliance

Include UL 2166 certification for cylinders and validate purity >99.9% to maintain Chapter 29 classification